PATTAYA, THAILAND – A foreign woman suffered severe injuries after crashing her motorcycle on Jomtien Second Road at 4:36 a.m. on 14 November 2025, sparking a police investigation into potential causes.
Accident and Rescue Response
Volunteers from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Center received an emergency call about a single-vehicle accident with one injured person on 14 November 2025 at around 4:36 a.m. in Pattaya, Chonburi Province. Upon arrival, rescuers found a woman aged 30–40 with visible abrasions across her body lying near a bronze-colored Kawasaki 125 motorcycle that had sustained significant damage and was positioned on its side at the curb.
Emergency responders administered first aid directly on the scene and then transported the injured rider to a nearby hospital for continued medical treatment. No confirmation about her identity or condition had been released by 14 November 2025, according to police officials.
Eyewitness Description of the Incident
A 33-year-old eyewitness described to investigators that the rider appeared to swerve to avoid a street-side vending cart before losing balance and striking the curb on Jomtien Second Road.
“She suddenly steered to the side, lost control, and crashed into the curb,”
said Unnamed Eyewitness, local resident aged 33.
The same witness confirmed that he immediately contacted the rescue service following the collision.
Police Investigation and Ongoing Review
Officers from the Pattaya Police Station launched an investigation at the scene shortly after the crash. Authorities confirmed they were analyzing whether road conditions, vehicle speed, or other external factors contributed to the incident. Additional witness interviews and a detailed reconstruction of the accident were scheduled in the following days.
“We are currently focusing on clarifying the exact circumstances and ensuring that the injured person receives appropriate care,”
said Pattaya Police Spokesperson on Friday morning, 14 November 2025.
Road Safety Background in Pattaya
Pattaya, a major coastal city in Chonburi Province, frequently reports motorcycle accidents involving foreign riders. According to the Thai Traffic Police Division, several persistent risks contribute to such incidents:
– Poor lighting on many roads during nighttime hours
– Vendor carts and equipment positioned close to traffic lanes
– Rental motorcycles sometimes lacking proper maintenance
Local authorities continue urging both residents and tourists to wear helmets and remain alert for unexpected hazards, especially during early-morning hours when traffic density is low but road surfaces may still be damp.
The Pattaya Police Department stated that the case would be included in the city’s ongoing traffic safety review to evaluate whether infrastructure or enforcement changes could prevent future single-vehicle accidents on tourist routes.
Source: The Pattaya News